Class III includes more complicated dental procedures such as crowns and bridges. Coverage of these medical bills range by insurance company, though many will only pay 50% of the cost.

Lastly, cosmetic dental work typically falls into a fourth class. Orthodontia and teeth whitening are often members of this class, and may not be covered by insurance.

If the company offers cosmetic coverage, you may only receive a small stipend to be used over the course of your lifetime.

4. Dental Insurance May Restrict Your Dental Treatment Options

Though your dentist may provide you with options for how to treat an ailment, your insurance company could have other ideas.

Insurance companies often cite what they feel to be the necessary treatment for specific dental ailments. If you choose an option that is not suggested by the insurance company, you are responsible for paying some or all of the bill.

5. Selecting a Plan Requires Time and Research

Dental insurance plans vary greatly by provider in the same way medical plans differ. For example, some plans cover dependents, others may only cover children.

Some plans function by reimbursing you for the dental bills. Take the time to carefully review the information as the cheapest plan may not be your best option.

6. Your Dentist May Not Be in Network

Dental insurance companies limit provider options the same way medical plans do. Before you select a plan, make sure your dentist is within their network.

7. Your Dentist is a Great Source of Insurance Information

Perhaps the best method for choosing a dental plan is to consult the dentists at your Los Angeles dental office of New Image Dental.

Talk to our staff for tips and lists of insurance companies which offer the plans which are most beneficial to patients. This helps you eliminate options and keeps you with your preferred provider.

Some dental offices offer reduced rate dental packages that are even cheaper than insurance options.

At our Los Angeles dental office, we offer many options including iCare and CareCredit to reduce costs.

New Image Dental also offers package deals; including one for new patients.

Our office is a local Los Angeles dentist. We encourage our patients to come in regularly (every 6 months) for check-ups.

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